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Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system - reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.\nWhat we need\nSymboticis seeking a dynamic Project Directorto lead the planning and execution of large-scale automation projects at customer sites. In this role, you will manage a team of project managers overseeing a portfolio of $250M+, while partnering closely with cross-functional leaders and customers to deliver high-quality, revenue-generating solutions. You will serve as the single point of accountability for your portfolio-ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of safety and quality.\nThis is both a delivery role and a build role. You will inherit an established team of project managers with projects already in flight, grow that team as program demand increases, and drive the standardization and continuous improvement of project delivery across your program and region.\nWhat we do\nOur Project Management team plays a critical role in technical automation projects, ensuring that the project is successfully executed, on time, and within budget. They serve as a key liaison between technical teams, stakeholders, and management, ensuring that the project is executed smoothly and successfully, meeting itsobjectivesand delivering value to the organization.\nWhatyou’lldo\nLead, mentor, and develop a team of project managers in executing complex automationprogramsmanaging a portfolio of $250+ million.\n\nBuild and scale your organization as program demand increases, including hiring, onboarding, and developing project managers.\n\nOversee project delivery performance-managing scope, schedule, budget, risk, safety, and customer satisfaction.\n\nAct as the primary escalation point for customers, vendors, and internal stakeholdersregardingcost, schedule, quality, or safety issues.\n\nDrive continuous improvement and standardization of project delivery across your program and region in partnership with the PMO.\n\nAnticipate risks,identifyopportunities, and drive proactive action plans to keep projects on track.\n\nProvide clear communication and weekly updates on progress, risks, and wins toSymboticleadership and customer executives.\n\nChampion consistency by ensuring compliance withSymbotic’sproject delivery standards and best practices.\n\nFoster a culture of accountability, transparency, and growth within your team.\n\nWhatyou’llneed\nBachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, supply chain, business administration, or a related field; an MBA or relevant master’s degree is preferred.\n\nMinimum10 years of project or program management experience in large-scale, cross-functional environments integrating hardware, software, and controls.\n\nMinimum 5 years of directpeopleleadership experience, including building, scaling, mentoring, and developing project management teams.\n\nDemonstrated ownership of programs exceeding $200M, with multiple complex projects running concurrently.\n\nExperience delivering large capital projects in highly matrixed, customer-facing, general contractor, or design-build environments.\n\nAbility to engage customer executives, negotiate effectively, and align competing priorities across technical and business teams.\n\nBackground in material handling, industrial automation, robotics, AS/RS, goods-to-person, micro-fulfillment, e-commerce fulfillment, or cold storage environments.\n\nStrong analytical skills with experience using metrics and data to drive accountability, visibility, and continuous improvement.\n\nPMP certification preferred; Lean or continuous improvement experience is a plus.\n\nProficiencywith Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; familiarity with Smartsheet, Jira, and Teamcenter is preferred.\n\nCollaborative, motivational leadership style with the ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, evolving environments.\n\nOur Environment\nRemote, field-based position. Travel isrequiredup to 50% of the time.\n\nEmployeemust have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.\n\nEmployees maybe requiredto use a personal credit card for business travel expenses, which are reimbursed based on the program guidelines. Eligible employees may receive a corporate credit card based on role and travel requirements, but a personal credit card may be needed during onboarding until the corporate card is issued.\n\nThe employee isfrequentlyrequired to walk and reach with hands and arms\n\nMustcomply withall safety requirements and protocols, including without limitation Lock out tag out safety protocols and fall protection safety protocols.\n\nThere will be steep stairs to climb into the structure.You maybe requiredto routinely walk up and down stairs to navigate the automation structure.\n\nSubject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily temperature changes. Must be capable of working in temperatures ranging from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit.\n\nAbout Symbotic\nSymbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.\nWe are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work - for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer.\nWe do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.\nThe base range for this position in the posted location is $186,000.00 - $255,200.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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